Localization Lead - German

About 2K

2K is looking for a Localization Lead for German to oversee German-language localization across our games from our Madrid office. This role will partner with Product, Engineering, QA, Art, and Marketing to deliver high-quality localized experiences that are culturally accurate and engaging for German-speaking players.

About the Role

You will lead all aspects of German localization, including strategy, planning, vendor management, and quality assurance. You will ensure localization timelines align with development milestones and post-launch updates, maintain style guides and glossaries, and champion consistent tone and terminology across in-game text, UI, and marketing materials.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the German localization strategy for multiple titles.
• Coordinate with Product, Engineering, QA, Marketing, and external localization vendors to deliver accurate and timely translations.
• Create and maintain glossaries, style guides, and localization workflows to ensure consistency.
• Budget, schedule, and risk management for localization projects.
• Oversee QA testing and acceptance criteria for German content and ensure contextual accuracy in all regions.
• Collaborate with developers to integrate localized content into builds and patches.

Requirements

• 5+ years of localization experience, preferably in games or interactive entertainment.
• Native or near-native German language proficiency with strong English communication skills.
• Proven project and vendor management experience with ability to manage multiple titles simultaneously.
• Experience with CAT tools (e.g., SDL Trados Studio, memoQ) and localization workflows.
• Familiarity with in-game text integration processes and QA workflows.
• Bachelor’s degree in linguistics, translation, communications, or related field.

Nice to Have

• Additional language skills (e.g., Spanish) or broader localization experience in other markets.
• Experience working in agile development environments.

Location

Madrid, Spain

How to Apply

Apply directly via the job posting: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/2k/jobs/6562871003